B&B Electronics Zlinx 485 manual Introduction, About this Manual, Support Zlinx Product Family

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Introduction

Chapter 1: Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Zlinx 485 product! This product has been manufactured to the highest standards of quality and performance to ensure your complete satisfaction.

About this Manual

This manual has been created to assist you in installing, configuring and using your Zlinx 485 Base module. Please read it carefully and follow the instructions to achieve best results.

Support

For additional information on this and other B&B products, and for technical support, call 815.433.5100 option 3, or access the B&B Electronics website at www.bb-elec.com.

Zlinx Product Family

Zlinx 485 Base modules provide easy-to-use, cost-effective peer-to-peer or Modbus solutions.

Figure 1. A Zlinx ZZ-NX485 Module

Manual Documentation Number: Zlinx485m-1808 www.bb-elec.comwww.bb-europe.com

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Contents Zlinx Zlinx International HeadquartersTable of Contents About this Manual IntroductionSupport Zlinx Product Family Features Package ChecklistHardware Zlinx 485 ModulesBase Modules Expansion ModulesProgramming the Base Module using the RS232 connector Base and Expansion Modules Connected TogetherLED Indicators Indicators, Connectors and AccessoriesConnectors Power Supply Connector RS-422/485 Connector Local Bus Connector LocationRS-422/485 Four-Wire Mode RS-422/485 Two-Wire ModePower Supply Requirements RS-232 ConnectionTypes and Characteristics Digital InputsDI Wiring Digital OutputsAnalog Inputs Analog OutputsDo Wiring AI Wiring RTD Wiring Relay Wiring Type Modbus Memory Address Modbus Mode Peer-to-Peer ModeZlinx 485 Modes of Operation Connecting the Hardware Zlinx Base Module 2 wire RS-485 Connections Zlinx 485 Installation Getting StartedConnecting Zlinx 485 to a PC If the device is found, the Zlinx 485 Manager window opens Information Tab Zlinx 485 ManagerConfiguration Tab Input/Output TabConfiguration & Operation Configuring ZlinxTesting Modbus Mode Operation Peer-to-Peer Mode Settings Peer-to-Peer Master ConfigurationInput/Output Settings Digital Input Configuration Analog Input Configuration Saving the Configuration Firmware Updater Caution Dialog Box Updating Zlinx 485 FirmwareModbus Basics Modbus Help Modbus ASCII/RTU BasicsHints and Tips Appendix a Product Specifications Frequency Input Accuracy @ 25ºC Appendix B Dimensional Diagrams Dimensional Diagram of a Zlinx 485 Base ModuleAppendix C Serial Connections RS-232 PinoutsRS-422/485 4 Wire Pinouts Serial Connections Appendix D Modbus I/O Assignments Discrete Digital OutputsModbus I/O Assignments Modbus I/O Assignments Appendix E Zlinx 485 Models and Features Zlinx 485 Base Modules Model Number Module TypeAppendix F Zlinx 485 Troubleshooting Problem CausesAppendix G Terms and Definitions Term Definition